During "Dress right, dress," what is the base rank supposed to do?

During the command "Dress right, dress," the base rank is expected to maintain their position without moving their heads. This command is given to ensure that all personnel align themselves correctly to the right side while maintaining an even and cohesive formation. The focus on staying still allows for a precise adjustment of alignment based on the position of those to their front, creating a uniform appearance among the ranks.

In this context, moving heads or aligning themselves with the front leader would disrupt the alignment process and the overall coordination of the group. The objective is to establish a steady and uniform formation, which is essential for maintaining discipline and order during formations and parades. Informing higher command of any issues is outside the scope of what is expected during this specific drill command and does not align with the immediate action required in response to "Dress right, dress."